2.7/5#12 of 12 in ATV & UTV winches
2.7

A compact 5,000 lb synthetic rope winch for heavy UTVs, best for owners who value KFI’s mechanical lifetime warranty and dealer support.

Price checked November 1, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

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The KFI Assault family

Every KFI Assault model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.

Model	Rated pull	Rating	Price
KFI Assault AS-35 3500	3,500 lb	3.1/5	$386
KFI Assault AS-50x 5000 (this one)	5,000 lb	2.7/5	$479

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Pulling
Model number	AS-50x
Rated pull	5,000 lb
Line speed, no load	12.5 ft/min
Line speed, full load	3 ft/min
Current, full load	240 A
Motor	1.2 hp permanent magnet
Gear ratio	180:1
Rope and controls
Rope	38 ft synthetic
Rope diameter	0.2 in
Wireless remote	No
Build
Weight	26 lb
Warranty	2 years electrical, lifetime mechanical

A compact, sealed winch for ATVs and light side by sides from an established brand. The short rope suits trail recoveries close to an anchor.

$380

A fast, light 5,000 lb synthetic rope winch for UTV owners who want quick recoveries and accept a short electrical warranty.

$445.78

A premium 4,500 lb winch for UTVs and large ATVs that winch often or run a plow. Owners who winch only now and then can save with the VRX 45-S.

$699.99